Underground Hit [Level 5]
Yesterday I was lucky enough to attend an LP Blowout sale where all the used vinyl was only $1.00/US Currency. There were also crates that contained LP's for $.50 cents. I spent a total of $30 and came home with 33 LP's. The surprising thing is many of these records were in mint condition where the album covers were beautiful and the records themselves were obviously never played. So much so, I bought 6 LP's I already have, however, I figured for $1 I could afford to replace. Here is a list of some of the gems I came home with:
Con Funk Shun - To the Max
Third World - Journey to Addis
Quincy Jones - The Dude
The Jacksons - Triumph
Locksmith - Unlock the funk
Diana Ross - Diana
LTD - Togetherness
LTD - Devotion
David Ruffin - In my Stride
Jr. Walker & The All-Stars - Greatest hits
The Original - California Sunset
Mandrill - Mandrill Is
The Undisputed Truth - The Undisputed Truth
Dionne Warwick - The pick of
Stevie Wonder - Greatest Hits/Volume 2
Cornelius Bros. & Sister Rose - Cornelius Bros. & Sister Rose
Tavares - In the city
The Main Ingredient - Greatest hits
The Miracles - Greatest hits (This one was still
sealed)
Michael Jackson - Off the wall
Earth, Wind & Fire - That's the way of the world
Switch - Switch
Brass Construction - Brass Construction
Pockets - Come go with us
Earth, Wind & Fire - All 'n all
Billy Ocean - Greatest hits
Carole King - Tapestry
Simple Red - Men and women
Among a few more that were not really Soul, Funk or Disco related. 33 LP's for $30 is good anytime, however, considering the content of my purchase, I'd say it was better than good. :D What do you think?
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
Gold Record [Level 7]
Job well done, Sammy!! :)
Getting stuff like Locksmith and Mandrill for just $1 is a very good deal.
They're extremely expensive over here (if you can find 'em)
The 1978 LTD album is a classic and includes the great dancer "Holding On" ....good vocals by Jeffrey Osborne before he went solo (and MOR)
Most of the others are great too, allhough not rare. But always remember: it's the music - not the rarity - that counts.
Underground Hit [Level 5]
K-Bee, I couldn't have said it any better. I have enough rare items in my collection, however, rare doesn't equate to good. To be able to get Mandrill, Locksmith, The Undisputed Truth, The Main Ingredient etc. on vinyl in mint to very good condition is a rarity to me. Glad you liked the list. Next time there is a $1 sale I'll let you know in case there is a specific item you are looking for I can possibly find for you. Till then...
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
Double Platinum Record [Level 9]
I'm impressed too Sammy, you lucky dog :)
It's definitely all about the music and you struck gold at bargain basement prices.
Man, I hadn't seen that Switch album since it came out. Enjoy dude!
Find them and destroy them!
Underground Hit [Level 5]
Paul, to comment on the Switch LP, as they sang on that very album "They'll never be" another one like this one. This is one I purchased to replace an older copy I already had. I would gladly send you my original if you'd like. Just e-mail me if you are interested. Gold at bargain basement is right on.
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
Gold Record [Level 7]
Great stuff, Sammy. I'm sure I would like to find such material! :o
It don't mean a thing (if ain't got that swing)
Underground Hit [Level 5]
Thanks Nano; At these prices almost any material is pretty good. :lol:
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
DiscoMusic.com Owner / Administrator
Sammy,
Some nice stuff you picked up. If you like Pockets, then pick up their "So Delicious" album and check out "Catch Me."
How's the Mandrill LP? Is it on Arista? I always loved "Having A Love Attack" from '78.
Bernie (Bernard Lopez)
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Double Platinum Record [Level 9]
Damn, Sammy. Was that sale up here in New Jersey? I have got to give you my contact info :D . I just bought a Jr. Walker Greatest Hits for a lot more than $1.00. Plus, anything by Undisputed Truth would get my money. :)
Love Has No Time or Place
Nicky
Underground Hit [Level 5]
Bernie, I do have that Pockets LP you mentioned. Underrated indeed; I bought this one as a replacemnt copy because you know 'Come go with me' gets alot of spins. :)
As for the Mandrill LP, it is from '71 and it is on Polydor. More on the early funk, soul, latin side. Features 'Ape is high' and 'Cohelo'; Very good LP.
NickNack, this is the second sale like this in the last six months. The show was in Allentown, PA. Probably not that far from you and definitely worth the ride. I'll make sure to let you know when the next one is. I get a card in the mail whenever they will have one. The Jr. Walker I bought for $1 was in great condition and the cover is in beautiful condition. Sorry you missd out, stay tuned.
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
Double Platinum Record [Level 9]
THANKS!! Would definitely like to take a ride down there for the next one.Originally Written by sammyperez
NickNack, this is the second sale like this in the last six months. The show was in Allentown, PA. Probably not that far from you and definitely worth the ride. I'll make sure to let you know when the next one is. I get a card in the mail whenever they will have one. The Jr. Walker I bought for $1 was in great condition and the cover is in beautiful condition. Sorry you missd out, stay tuned.
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
Love Has No Time or Place
Nicky
Double Platinum Record [Level 9]
Thanks Sammy. I'll send you "pm" with my business address if it's not a hassle for you.
Find them and destroy them!
Underground Hit [Level 5]
No problem Paul. Just make sure you indicate on the subject line that your e-mail is about the Switch LP. I do not open any e-mail I do not know.
Easy,
Sam "ALL JAM"
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